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#WhyWeWeld: Backspeed Boys
Two Southern California brothers turned crashed cars into a welding-fueled side hustle and a growing YouTube brand. Lenny and Noah, the Backspeed Boys, share how their “buy, repair, sell” loop grew into bigger builds and bigger dreams.
April 16, 2026Read article
How to Choose Welding Gloves for Your Applications
Welding gloves are essential PPE for protecting your hands from intense heat, arc radiation, and sparks. Learn how to choose the right gloves for your applications, including TIG, MIG, and Stick welding. Compare leather types and understand the safety features that improve protection, dexterity, and durability.
April 9, 2026Read article
Most Common Types of Laser Welding Explained
Understanding laser welding doesn’t have to be complicated. This article breaks down the most common laser welding types, explains their fundamentals, and shows how to choose the right method for different applications — from precision tasks to high-volume production.
April 2, 2026Read article
10 Fun Welding Facts You Didn't Know
Welding shapes far more of our world than most people realize. From underwater repairs to aerospace manufacturing, it has helped make some of the world’s most important engineering advances possible. Here are 10 fascinating and fun welding facts that reveal the history, science, and surprising reach of this essential craft.
March 26, 2026Read article
#WhyWeWeld: Queen Street Motorcycles
“Just get a grinder and start cutting stuff up. Even if you mess something up, you can fix it.” Kevin Charland is a builder with Queen Street Motorcycles—a metric chopper crew based in Ontario, Canada. In this interview, he shares how the team builds affordable custom choppers, learns by doing, and keeps classic chopper culture alive.
March 19, 2026Read article
E7018 vs E6010 Welding Rods: Key Differences and When to Use Each
Choosing between E6010 and E7018 can make or break the quality of your stick welds. These two popular electrodes differ greatly in arc performance, penetration, and strength. This article breaks down their classifications, properties, benefits, and applications, helping you select between the deep‑penetrating E6010 and the strong, low‑hydrogen E7018 for professional, long‑lasting welds.
March 12, 2026Read article
10 Creative Welded Metal Art Ideas & Projects
With basic welding and cutting skills and a bit of creativity, scrap metal can be transformed into stunning metal art. Explore 10 inspiring projects, each with simple, easy-to-follow steps to help you get started and make it your own.
March 5, 2026Read article
Common Welding Helmet Mistakes & How to Choose the Right One
A welding helmet is essential for protecting your face and eyes while welding, and avoiding common mistakes such as poor fit, wrong settings, or worn or damaged parts helps prevent flashing and injury. In this article, we highlight common welding helmet mistakes and help you choose the right helmet for safer welding.
February 26, 2026Read article
Overhead Welding: How to Weld with MIG, Stick, and TIG
Overhead welding giving you trouble? Gravity pulls, molten metal drips, and control is tough. Our detailed welding guide explains the challenges and risks of the 4G overhead welding position, and provides helpful tips and tricks to keep you safe and help you make sound welds.
February 18, 2026Read article